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Three arrested after Crouch End fight leaves man hospitalised
Violent Crime—7 Oct 2026, 11:262 min readA man is in hospital with serious injuries following an altercation in Crouch End on October 5. Three men have been arrested and remain in custody. The Metropolitan Police stated the incident is believed to be isolated.Read more
Newham Council to tackle Silvertown dustCommunity Safety—7 Oct 2026, 10:052 min readNewham Council will investigate dust pollution in Silvertown after residents raised concerns. Councillor Rob Callender described streets around Silvertown and West Silvertown DLR Station as 'caked in dust and debris'.
Croydon man convicted of murdering partner Sarah ReynoldsCourts—7 Oct 2026, 11:263 min readEarlston Bennett, 58, has been convicted of murdering Sarah Reynolds and controlling and coercive behaviour. Ms Reynolds died from blunt force trauma to the head and torso. Bennett is due to be sentenced on December 4.
Lewisham Council consults on new gambling policy
Community Safety—7 Oct 2026, 09:253 min readLewisham Council is seeking public input on its new Gambling Policy for 2027-2030. The consultation aims to gather feedback from gamblers and those affected by gambling harm, with a focus on protecting young and vulnerable individuals and addressing the overconcentration of gambling premises in deprived areas.
Terror charge for man accused of Ann Widdecombe murder
Courts—7 Oct 2026, 09:053 min readJoshua Kerry, 28, accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe, has been charged with preparing a terror act. The charge relates to an alleged firebomb attack at Nigel Farage's south London home.
Camden butcher wins alcohol licence amid smell complaints
Community Safety—7 Oct 2026, 07:253 min readA Hampstead butcher has been granted a licence to sell alcohol on and off the premises despite objections over cooking smells and noise. Owner James Widdowson fears an 'agenda' against his business, which he claims has lost £20,000 in revenue.Walthamstow Trades Hall fears noise complaints from new flats
Latest—7 Oct 2026, 07:253 min readPlans for 20 new flats behind Walthamstow Trades Hall have raised concerns for the social club, which fears noise complaints could lead to a review of its late licence. The club has over 1,300 members and hosts regular events.
Fifteen candidates vie in Holborn and St Pancras by-election
Courts—7 Oct 2026, 07:053 min readFifteen candidates are contesting the Holborn and St Pancras by-election, with campaigns focusing on local jobs, housing affordability, crime reduction, and climate action. Key issues raised include the cost of living, police presence, and the housing crisis.
Camden 'second most crime-ridden' area of London, claims Reform UK candidate
Crime Data—7 Oct 2026, 06:453 min readReform UK's candidate for Holborn and St Pancras, Pete Newman, has stated that Camden is the second most crime-ridden area in London. He cited a 20% rise in weapon offences and four murders in the last 12 months, alongside claims about police station closures.
Hither Green man avoids jail for racist cat row attack
Courts—7 Oct 2026, 06:053 min readAndrew Jones, 63, has been given a suspended prison sentence for a racist attack on his neighbours in Hither Green. The incident on George Lane was sparked by a dispute over cats.
Thamesmead driver avoids jail after 110mph crash
Courts—7 Oct 2026, 06:052 min readEmmanuel Akintoye, of Thamesmead, has been given a suspended prison sentence and an 18-month driving ban after reaching 110mph on a 50mph road and crashing his car. He also admitted possessing crack cocaine and heroin.Asos shares drop 10% after hack alert sent to customers
Latest—6 Oct 2026, 20:053 min readOnline fashion retailer Asos has seen its shares fall by more than 10% after sending an unauthorised push notification to customers falsely claiming it had been hacked. The alert directed users to a Telegram account, prompting an investigation by the company.ASOS customer data may have been accessed in cyber incident
Fraud & Cybercrime—6 Oct 2026, 19:453 min readASOS has confirmed that customer names and contact details may have been accessed following unauthorised activity involving third-party platforms. Thousands of customers received alarming notifications on their phones regarding a potential hack.
Police still searching for black van linked to 2018 Glushkov murder in New Malden
Violent Crime—6 Oct 2026, 19:273 min readNearly nine years after Nikolai Glushkov was found strangled at his New Malden home, London police have not identified the black Volkswagen seen nearby. The case remains open with no active leads, and officers urge the public to report any information.
TikTok trends spark youth disorder across London
Community Safety—6 Oct 2026, 19:463 min readSocial media platform TikTok has been linked to a series of chaotic youth gatherings across London this year, prompting police intervention. Incidents include a stabbing in Clapham, a planned 'raid' at a Woolwich Tesco, and a 'blind date' event in Sutton.UK seeks Tate brothers' extradition over sex trafficking charges
Courts—6 Oct 2026, 19:053 min readBritish prosecutors are pursuing the extradition of Andrew and Tristan Tate from the US to face serious charges including rape and sex trafficking. Court documents detail allegations of grooming, coercion, and violence, with one complainant reportedly threatened with a machete.Sainsbury's Store Cordoned Off After Blood Seen Outside
Violent Crime—6 Oct 2026, 18:452 min readA police cordon has been put in place outside a Sainsbury's store in south east London. Blood was reported to have been seen splattered on the ground near the entrance.
Haringey man jailed for sexual assault on Tube
Courts—6 Oct 2026, 17:253 min readSiljan Lacaj, 33, from Haringey, has been sentenced to one year in prison after being found guilty of sexual assault. The incident took place on the London Underground in November last year.